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Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Antique Fan To The Rescue

Our temps have been totally out of control. We reached 118 last week and that's is definitely hot even for the desert. With the air running at full speed, it just seems cooler if their is a little breeze. So out to the stash and hunt up a prized treasure.

This is my computer area in the breakfastroom. I love this spot since I can see the kitchen, familyroom, outside and watch tv all at the same time. However I needed some breeze in this corner.

This is the fan that use to be in my room when I was a little girl. A 1940 Emerson Electric oscillating - 3 speed fan. Pretty fancy for it's day. I love this piece and it works beautifully.

So pretty and such lovely treasures. These are a generous gift from Chie @ Chubby And Chieque. So hop on over there and enter, leave a comment for one entry and become a follower for a second chance, and don't forget to get your cloches ready for the party on 7/19.

Such a wonderful fan to add just the right detail and air to your work area. My husband just brought a similar one home and I hope to get it cleaned up and put to use! Thanks for your kind comments. Dianne

I live in the far west valley and it was 122 on my back porch the day Phoenix hit 118. I was born in AZ and I have never got use to the heat. Every summer I want to become a snow bird. I love your old fan. I used to have one like it but I gave it away when my boys were little. I was afraid they would hurt their fingers in the blades.

I just love your olden fan Marty!How cool that you still have it and that it works!What a treasure, I wish I could find one just like it!Hope to see you before too long and that the heat goes down a bit.Hugs friend,Cindy

I can't imagine the heat you're having in AZ, Marty. A bit hot, but at least you are missing our humidity! Love the old fan saved from your childhood. I look for them, but the ones I like (and work) are big bucks. Stay cool! :-) Sue

What a treasure that you still have that fan! I love it and I agree that a breeze really helps. I don't know how you are standing that heat. Heat isn't really my friend anymore. I'd love to live somewhere that it was about 75 degrees all year long!

Pays to keep some things. What a great looking fan and the fact that you had it when you were a child make it all the more special. It is truly a classic and looks great on your area. I hope the temps drop for you soon. 118 sounds way too hot!!!My best- Diane

Hi Marty! That's the cutest little fan! Oh, it's Wednesday morning and I've seen on the news about the humungous dust storm in Phoenix. Are you okay? Did it affect you? Prayers coming your way.Be a sweetie,Shelia ;)

Ohhh my gosh, your vintage fan is sooo awesome, my friend! And...the fact that you still have this sweet fan from your childhood makes it that much sweeter! Isn't it funny how these vintage fans have become popular again? Now they are making reproductions! They really do look cool though...guess that is why they are so popular!

Well dear friend, it looks like you are set to enjoy the cool air even though your temps are terribly hot! I can't even fathom what 117 degrees feels like...eeeeks! Take care...

I love this fan, Marty! What a special treasure :)Thanks for always being so encouraging and such a wonderful blog friend to so many of us!! You are one loved lady, I can tell :)-Emily @ Crisp Interiors

I love your vintage fan, Marty, and the fact that you've had it since you were little. I've been looking for one for our front porch. I want a vintage one and not a reproduction. I would love to find one like yours.

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Hi, I'm Marty. Welcome - Moving back closer to family finds us transforming our "Builder Basic" into a home that reflects our lifestyle. This is where I share simple design ideas, easy diy projects and thrifty and chic finds. Careful planning, and a sharp eye for design can turn any house into your dream even if you have a small budget. I share it all, the successes and failures. We love to entertain so you'll find a few tried and true recipes and entertaining ideas too.